New clashes between Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) and Lebanese tribes along the border have heightened tensions. The group’s attacks on Lebanese border areas and attempts to provoke Hezbollah into conflict are seen as efforts to destabilize the region. Analysts suggest these actions align with Israeli interests, aiming to divert attention from Israel’s aggressions in Syria.
Regional meetings on Syria, aimed at easing neighboring countries’ security concerns, have become an opportunity for Turkey and Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) to solidify their positions. The acceptance of HTS leaders in these meetings has shifted the group’s status from a terrorist organization to a legitimate political actor, allowing Turkey to expand its influence in Syria.
Armed clashes have escalated in Syria’s coastal region as militants from Hayat Tahrir al-Sham [HTS] engage in violent confrontations with Syrian civilians.
Turkey is pursuing a neo-Ottoman policy and leveraging regional developments to rebuild its influence. However, its actions, including supporting the Israeli regime and overthrowing Bashar al-Assad’s government in Syria, stand in stark contrast to the policies of the Iran-led Resistance Axis, which has consistently emphasized regional stability and support for Palestine.
Reports indicate increased movements by Tahrir al-Sham at the Lebanon-Syria border. This group, which has ties to the Zionist regime, has occupied several Shiite-populated areas and displaced residents in an attempt to destabilize Lebanon. Analysts believe that the goal of these actions is to drag Hezbollah into a new conflict and weaken its regional influence. These tensions could have significant security and political consequences for Lebanon and the region.
Authorities led by Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) terrorist group have appointed Anas Hassan Khattab as Syria's new spy chief amid a desperate attempt by the administration to tighten its grip on power across the Arab country.
